Locating

Pronunciation: /ˈloʊˌkeɪtɪŋ/

Definitions of locating

verb Locating is a verb that refers to the act of determining or finding the position or whereabouts of someone or something.

Example Sentences

A1 I am locating my keys.

A2 She is locating the nearest grocery store on the map.

B1 The detective is locating the suspect's whereabouts.

B2 The archaeologist is locating ancient artifacts buried underground.

C1 The satellite is capable of locating objects with pinpoint accuracy.

C2 The search and rescue team is skilled at locating missing hikers in remote areas.

Examples of locating in a Sentence

formal The process of locating the source of the issue took longer than expected.

informal I had a hard time locating my keys this morning.

slang I'm always on the lookout for locating new food spots in town.

figurative Locating the root cause of the problem is key to finding a solution.

Grammatical Forms of locating

• past tense: located
• plural: locatings
• comparative: more locating
• superlative: most locating
• present tense: locate
• future tense: will locate
• perfect tense: have located
• continuous tense: is locating
• singular: locating
• positive degree: locate
• infinitive: to locate
• gerund: locating
• participle: locating

Origin and Evolution of locating

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'locating' originated from the Latin word 'locatus' which means 'to place or put'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'locating' has evolved to encompass the act of determining or establishing the position or place of something or someone, often using technology or specific methods for accuracy.